Cone Nebula Close Up . ... Credit Copyright: ACS Science Engineering Team , NASA Explanation: Cones, pillars , and majestic flowing shapes abound in stellar nurseries where natal clouds of gas and dust are buffeted by energetic winds from newborn stars. A well-known example, the Cone Nebula within the bright galactic star-forming region NGC 2264, was captured in this close-up view from the Hubble Space Telescope's newest camera . ... NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers . ...